What documents and evidence did you provide to successfully obtain a DTV in Hanoi using the medical route?

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Sep 30, 2024

2 months ago

George ******

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got my DTV approved in Hanoi using soft-power medical route...

- had my money in savings accounts. Which the lady at the desk thought might be a problem. Because it didn't have any transactions going in and out etc. But I wrote a short note explaining there weren't any transactions because it was a savings account. And also printed out a screenshot from my bank's website showing that the funds were fully accessible (i.e. not a fixed savings account or anything) and that was fine

-  for the medical stuff, I showed copies of the paperwork I'd received from the hospitals I'd been to. Proving previous appointments, an appointment booked for when I flew back, and general proof of ongoing care in Thailand 

- the bank notes I got from the exchange place at chiang mai airport. i was a bit worried because they weren't "perfect". But they were flat and didn't have any tears or writing/marks etc and she accepted them no problem

- it took a couple of days longer than the 2-3 days advertised. And I sent an email chasing things up. I was going to go down there in person and see what was happening, but then I woke up and there was an approval email in my inbox

Everything else was just the standard paperwork i'd seen you needed: proof of flight to thailand, proof of address in Vietnam, proof of address in Thailand, photocopy of my passport (picture page and the vietnam visa page), and the application form itself 

It's also worth mentioning to be aware of the lunch break times there. I booked my appointment for 1.30pm and turned up about 20 minutes early in case it was busy or something. But it was shut for lunch, so I just had to sit outside in the rain like a plonker

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The user shares their experience successfully obtaining a Digital Tourist Visa (DTV) in Hanoi using the soft-power medical route. They highlight important steps like providing sufficient proof of funding through savings accounts, presenting medical appointment documentation, and addressing the condition of banknotes. They discuss standard paperwork required, such as flight proof and residency documents, and mention the slight delay in processing, which extended beyond the expected timeframe. Several comments from others show varied experiences and additional questions about the visa process, including acceptable documentation and the nature of medical care.

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Lance ******

What evidence did you provide to prove previous appointments in your home country?

I already got a letter from Bangkok Hospital saying they will treat me for the 5 years ongoing care, just wanna see what else I could add